Financial Analyst III, DHHS
About The Position
This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking, fiscal note tracking, and coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring, present and defend practices, interpret reports and fiscal information; resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing appropriate fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data. Day-to-day responsibilities of this position: Prepare and distribute monthly financial forecasts and recurring financial reports for leadership and regional teams. Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reconciliation and ensure accuracy across funds, transactions, and payroll adjustments. Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls Manage shared expense allocations, support year-end financial processes, and maintain accurate financial coding across teams. Oversee routine operational needs such as report distribution, software license tracking, monthly allocations and backup approval duties. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs.
Requirements
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues proactively and develop effective solutions.
- Expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently.
- Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records.
- Has the ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal forms
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of professional financial analysis experience
- Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public-sector processes and regulations.
- Solid understanding of governmental budget standards and practices
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field
- Relevant work and senior management experience
- Current CPA license
Responsibilities
- Federal funds tracking
- Fiscal note tracking
- Coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring
- Present and defend practices
- Interpret reports and fiscal information
- Resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions
- Participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing appropriate fiscal procedures and practices
- Develop and interpret financial reports
- Research financial problem areas
- Exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data
- Prepare and distribute monthly financial forecasts and recurring financial reports for leadership and regional teams
- Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reconciliation and ensure accuracy across funds, transactions, and payroll adjustments
- Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls
- Manage shared expense allocations, support year-end financial processes, and maintain accurate financial coding across teams
- Oversee routine operational needs such as report distribution, software license tracking, monthly allocations and backup approval duties
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting
- Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs
Benefits
- Job Stability
- Career Growth
- Meaningful Work
- Supportive Work Environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
